LCPD plans DWI checkpoints in December

LAS CRUCES - The Las Cruces Police Department will conduct three sobriety checkpoints and at least three saturation patrols during this month, according to news release from LCPD.

Sobriety checkpoints and saturation patrols are intended to reduce and eliminate the number of motorists who drive while intoxicated.

Police also will be on the lookout for other traffic safety violations, such as drivers using cellphones while operating a vehicle, and motorists who fail to use seatbelts or child safety seats, the release said.

LCPD encourages those who plan on consuming alcoholic beverages to use a designated driver for their transportation needs.

Anyone in need of a safe ride home between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 3 a.m. on Fridays, Saturdays or holidays can take advantage of Project Home, a program sponsored by Doña Ana County and Las Cruces Shuttle and Taxi. One or two people can receive a $5 taxi ride home from anywhere within Doña Ana County. For up to four people, the fee is $10. Grant funding pays the balance of transportation charges.